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Assistant Manager-Events
Role summary
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The Assistant Manager-Events supports the planning and delivery of conferences, weddings, meetings and other functions at Sheraton Colombo Hotel. Requirements typically include a diploma or degree in hospitality, event management or a related field, along with relevant hotel or event experience. Strong organisational, communication and customer-service skills are essential. The candidate is expected to coordinate with clients, banquet, kitchen, rooms and audiovisual teams; prepare event details and schedules; monitor service standards and budgets; resolve issues promptly; and assist with post-event follow-up. Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and public holidays, attention to detail, professional presentation and the ability to manage multiple events under pressure are important.
Can I work in Sri Lanka?
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How it works
How it works: Only listed roles: senior managers, executive and specialty chefs, spa managers and therapists, water-sports instructors.
Watch for: Waiter, housekeeping and front-office jobs are not on the official list for foreigners.
Official source: Sri Lanka Tourism Development Authority: visas for tourism staff. Checked November 2026.
What the job usually comes with in Sri Lanka
Usual for Sri Lanka, varies by employer. Checked November 2026.
| Housing | Senior staff: on site or an allowance |
|---|---|
| Meals | Duty meals |
| Flights | Joining flight and a yearly home ticket (managers) |
| Service charge | About 10%, shared among local line staff; expat managers rarely share |
| Contract | 1 year, renewable |
| Leave | 14 days |
| Income tax | 0% up to LKR 150,000 a month, up to 36% |
Senior staff often get more than line staff, for example a single room or a yearly home flight. Ask the employer what the job includes before you accept.
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About Sheraton Colombo Hotel
Sheraton Colombo Hotel is a modern Marriott International property located in Colombo, Sri Lanka. Sheraton is a globally recognised full-service hotel brand serving business and leisure travellers through comfortable accommodation, restaurants, lounges, meeting facilities and event spaces. The Colombo hotel caters to corporate functions, conferences, weddings and social gatherings, supported by professional banquet, culinary, guest-service and hotel operations teams. As part of Marriott International, the property follows international standards for hospitality, service quality, training and responsible business practices. Employees may benefit from structured career development, brand training and opportunities to move within Marriott’s worldwide hotel network. Working at the hotel generally requires a guest-focused approach, teamwork across departments, cultural awareness and the ability to maintain consistent service in a busy urban environment.